RSV4 FACTORY

THE SUPER BIKE IS BACK.

RSV4 SUPERBIKE
ONCE YOU ARE OFF AT MAXIMUM SPEED AROUND THE TRACK, EACH LAP, SECOND AND THRILL ARE NEVER EVER THE SAME. THIS IS WHAT IT IS LIKE FOR ANYONE WHO REALLY KNOWS WHAT PASSION, COMPETITION AND ADRENALINE ARE LIKE AS THEY GO FROM THE ENGINE TO YOUR HEART. THAT IS WHAT IT IS LIKE FOR APRILIA, A MOTORCYCLE MYTH THAT RETURNS TO THE SUPERBIKE WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPS: TO REVOLUTIONISE IT ALTOGETHER! With all the drive of Max Biaggi and Shinya Nakano, with all the power and efficiency of an extraordinary bike, developed entirely by the Aprilia R&D in close collaboration with the Racing Department. Why dont you join this world and achieve goals that only yesterday were unimaginable, together with RSV4 Factory. The first Aprilia 4-cylinder bike, a real Replica Super-bike on the market. Unique engine, electronics, compactness, design and uniquely light. It is roaring to go and made to win!
A GREAT COME BACK, A HUGE REVOLUTION.

MAX PERFORMANCE

THE REVOLUTION OF RSV4 FACTORY STARTS WITH ITS HEART: YOU CAN HEAR FROM THE POWERFUL ROAR OF ITS 65 V-4 CYLINDERS ENGINE, YOU CAN SEE IT IN ITS FANTASTIC PERFORMANCE ON THE RACING CIRCUIT. THE 65 V-4 ENGINE IS, IN FACT, THE MOST REVOLUTIONARY AND, AT THE SAME TIME, THE MOST POWERFUL ENGINE APRILIA HAS EVER MADE. With its narrow V-layout, a compact engine has been created comparable to a twin cylinder, fitting perfectly into the chassis which, together with very over square cylinder configurations, are all to the advantage of power and torque performance. Fewer vibrations thanks to a balancing countershaft which makes it vibrate less than a 4 in-line cylinder. By using extra light materials, such as magnesium, its overall weight has also been reduced.
CUTTING EDGE ELECTRONICS In the 65V-4 engine, the very best mechanical engineering, designing and engine construction made for racing is put together with cutting edge electronics. The Ride-by-Wire Multimap technology opens practically infinite possibilities in controlling delivery and it is even possible to change the bikes character by selecting one of the available mappings on the handlebar: T - TRACK: no compromising on the track. 180HP at minimum opening of the throttle valve. S - SPORT: fun on the road. Electronically controlled fluid delivery. R - ROAD: enjoyable under any condition. Power moderated at 140HP.

HIGH INTAKE DUCTS

The Ride-by-Wire technology is coupled with a sophisticated electronic injection system where a double injector is used for each cylinder and a variable height air intake system (which depends on motor revs) that optimises the torque level required every second and at every speed.

THE WINNING FORMULA.

only 225 mm
TIMING SYSTEM AND BALANCING COUNTERSHAFT

LOW INTAKE DUCTS

MAX DESIGN
RSV4 FACTORYS IRRESISTIBILITY CAN BE PUT DOWN TO THE FACT THAT IT HAS BEEN DESIGNED WITH ITS APPEARANCE COMING SECOND IN ORDER OF IMPORTANCE. THIS BECAUSE IT WAS CREATED FOR THE WORLD OF COMPETITIONS WHERE EVERY INCH, EVERY OUNCE AND EVERY THOUSANDTH OF A SECOND COUNT. A BIKE AS COMPACT AND AS EFFICIENT AS THIS ONE HAS NEVER BEEN SEEN BEFORE: THATS WHY IT IS SO BEAUTIFUL. SINGLE SILENCER The same level of attention and innovation is found in all the other elements: like the compact single silencer, whose shape is designed to increase the space between the bike and asphalt, also during the tightest of bends. BOARD COMPUTER Ultra compact and advanced technology also for the instrument panel. The mixed (digital and analogue) type instrument panel receives all the information from the CAN line turning into a real self-diagnostic system for the vehicle. All functions are controlled by the Mode control on the handlebar.

THE SHAPE OF PERFORMANCE.
The chassis and engine are an integral part of the bikes design together with just a few other highly influential elements, designed looking at the track all the time and modelled in the wind gallery. Search for optimum engine breathing and the highest aerodynamic levels has led to the creation of a completely unique front with large air intakes for the airbox, lights that outline the edge of the top fairing and with the turn indicators integrated in the rear-view mirrors. The spectacular tail fairing offers excellent LED luminosity, minimising the surface while increasing the bikes aerodynamic efficiency.

MAX EMOTIONS

MAX HANDLING
IT HAS TAKEN YEARS OF VICTORIOUS COMPETITIONS, NIGHTS OF PASSION AND WORK IN THE APRILIA RACING DEPARTMENT, IN-DEPTH STUDIES AND NUMEROUS TESTS TO REACH THE LEVEL OF CUSTOMISATION OF THE RSV4 FACTORY CHASSIS AS IT IS TODAY. THE RSV CHASSIS HAS ALWAYS BEEN A BENCHMARK IN THE RACING WORLD: BUT EVEN THIS TIME THE APRILIA ENGINEERS HAVE EXCEEDED THEMSELVES.

GOING BEYOND PERFECTION.

ALUMINIUM FRAME The aluminium frame is state-of-the-art technology for everyone to see, made with forged and pressed elements in the Aprilia tradition. It boasts a high level of torsional and flexional rigidity, providing the rider with absolute control and a perfect feel as he goes into a bend and as he is going round it. Even the swingarm, the result of Aprilias experience in racing competitions, is a rigid and very light combination of forged and pressed aluminium elements which provide extreme responsiveness when setting the multi-adjustable hlins Racing suspensions.
A PERFECT BALANCE An engine as exclusive as the 65 V-4 deserved a perfect position in the frame, with technical solutions and adjustment possibilities on a par with a racing prototype. Perfect centralisation of the masses and distribution of the weights (52% at the front, 48% at the back) has been improved on still further thanks to the tank position, with fuel mostly under the saddle in order to optimise balancing between a full and empty tank. BRAKES READY FOR THE RACE The front braking system is powerful, precise and modular. Brembo monoblock Serie Oro 4-piston callipers are used with a radial pump, a dual 320mm disc with asymmetric perforation and an originally designed aluminium flange. The rear brake has Brembo Serie Oro 2-piston callipers fixed directly on the swingarm with a 220mm disc: the very best available today on the racing technology scene. VERY LIGHT RIMS Another new feature are the forged aluminium rims: their original design further decreases the weight - approximately 1 kg less than the previous models - resulting in reduced unsprung mass inertia which improves the motorcycles responsiveness to each touch of the rider. STEERING DAMPER hlins Racing is also the adjustable steering damper, perfect stability at high speeds and millimetric precision when going into a bend.

THE ONLY STANDARD BIKE THAT FITS ITSELF ON YOU.
RSV4 FACTORY IS THE FIRST STANDARD FOUR CYLINDER BIKE THAT IS ACTUALLY READY FOR THE TRACK. CREDIT GOES TO A REVOLUTIONARY DESIGNING PHILOSOPHY OF THE COMPONENTS AND TO THE CUTTING EDGE RACING TECHNOLOGY AVAILABLE TODAY PLUS THE FACT THAT ADJUSTMENTS ARE PRETTY MUCH INFINITE: TO FIT LIKE A GLOVE FOR DIFFERENT RIDING STYLES AND CIRCUITS. For the first time on a standard motorcycle, the multi-adjustable suspensions are combined with the possibility of adjusting the headstock position and rake, the rear end height, the swingarm pivot height and even the position of the engine. No other bike on the market offers such a maniacal level of customisation with such ease. and probably no other bike will be able to do as much in the near future. On Aprilia RSV4 Factory, as soon as you are on the track you are already in front of everyone else! C
READY FOR THE TRACK ADJUSTMENTS A. HEIGHT OF THE REAR END AND OF THE SWINGARM PIVOT B. POSITION OF THE ENGINE C.RAKE AND POSITION OF THE HEADSTOCK
CASSETTE TYPE GEARBOX Ready for the track solutions also for the gearbox: cassette-type. With this expedient the ratios can be changed quickly and maintenance is simple. The clutch is equipped with a mechanical slipper system to optimise engine braking control and stability under hard braking.

TAILORED ACCESSORIES.

FROM THE COMPONENTS FOR RACING TO THE RIDERS CLOTHES, APRILIA HAS DESIGNED AN EXCLUSIVE RANGE OF ACCESSORIES FOR RSV4 FACTORY WITH MANIACAL CARE TO EACH DETAIL. NEW TARGETS ARE REACHED IN PERFORMANCE AND APPEARANCE, EXPLOITING THE MOST ADVANCED TECHNOLOGIES AND MATERIALS, GOING TO THE RACETRACK WITH A GREAT AND WINNING LOOK: YOU AND YOUR RSV4 FACTORY WILL BE EVEN MORE UNIQUE. Made entirely in titanium with a carbon terminal, the Akrapovic exhaust for use on the racetrack weighs less than 5 kg and, guaranteeing increased torque and power, improves acceleration when coming out of a bend. The thermoformed top fairing increases aerodynamic penetration and protection against turbulence and high speeds. Made especially for the RSV4 Factory, the hlins TTX shock absorber is completely adjustable with mountings machined from single billets of metal. The aluminium footrests, also machined from single billets of metal, can be adjusted in 9 different positions and allow micrometric calibration of the gear and brake controls. You can tailor your RSV4 Factory in its appearance and improve its performance on the track with a complete range of special accessories. Components in carbon fibre to lighten and enhance its prestige. Mirror covers, number plate cases, half-handlebar and other elements machined from single billets of metal. Protection buffers with an original triangular shape protect the bodywork, giving it a more aggressive look. Customised service stand and RSV 4 breathable bike cover for just another touch of class. Aprilia has even thought about the rider with a range of high level rider accessories. The RSV4 full face helmet in composite fibre weighs less than 1300 grams and has been developed in collaboration with professional riders to offer the very best performance. The RSV4 riding suit in cattle hide, with dynamic ventilated back protection, has protections in titanium and is the result of a study to combine maximum levels of ergonomics with safety. Last, but certainly not least, the handy tank and tail fairing bags, designed especially for RSV4 Factory.

RACING BLACK

Engine type Fuel Bore and stroke Total engine capacity Compression ratio Maximum power at crankshaft Maximum torque at crankshaft Fuel supply
Ignition Starter Exhaust system
Alternator Lubrication Gearbox
Wheels Tyres Dimensions (default settings) Kerb weight Tank
Clutch Primary drive Secondary drive
*Dry weight, without battery and fluids.
RSV4 FACTORY is an ecological vehicle with Community Homologation Euro 3 in compliance with the limits of atmospheric and acoustic pollution.
Drive safely always wearing a helmet and protective clothing. Observe the laws of the road and respect the environment. Carefully read the owners handbook. Photographs, technical data, specifications and colours shown in this brochure refer to the Italian market version and may be subject to change without prior notice. Ask your official Aprilia dealers for full details. In order to maintain your machine in a safe and efficient manner, always demand official Aprilia Spare Parts, which are guaranteed by Aprilia Quality Service in respect of current legislation. E & O E. Aprilia offers Aprilia Road Assistance, a call centre available 24 hours a day for information and road rescue. E. & O.E. Aprilia reserves the right to change colour/specification without prior notice.
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MINEDIVINE Photography: Milagro, Studio Pointer Testi: Daniele Varelli
Aprilia longitudinal 65 V-4 cylinder, 4-stroke, liquid cooling system, double overhead camshafts (DOHC), four valves per cylinder Unleaded gasoline 78 x 52.3 mm 999.6 cc 13:HP (132,4 kW) a 12.500 rpm 115 Nm (11,7 kgm) a 10.000 rpm Airbox with front dynamic air intakes. Variable length intake ducts controlled by the duct control unit. 4 Weber-Marelli 48-mm throttle bodies with 8 injectors and latest generation Ride-by-Wire engine management. Engine maps selectable by the rider with bike in motion: T - Track, S - Sport, R - Road. Magneti Marelli digital electronic ignition system integrated in the engine control system, with one spark plug per cylinder and stick-coil-type coils Electric 4 into 2 into 1 layout, single oxygen sensor, lateral single silencer with butterfly valve controlled from the instrument panel and integrated trivalent catalytic converter (Euro 3) Flywheel with 420 W rare earth magnets Wet sump lubrication system with oil/air radiator and two oil pumps (lubrication and cooling) 6-speed cassette type gearbox 1st: 39/15 (2.6), 2nd: 33/16 (2,063), 3rd: 34/20 (1.7), 4th: 32/22 (1,455), 5th: 34/26 (1,308), 6th: 33/27 (1,222) Multi-disc oil-bath, with mechanical slipper system Straight cut gears and integrated flexible coupling, drive ratio: 73/44 (1,659) Chain: Drive ratio: 40/16 (2.5)

Chassis

Front suspension

Rear suspension

Brakes
Twin-spar adjustable aluminium frame, with castings and pressings. Envisaged adjustments: headstock position and rake engine height swingarm pivot height hlins adjustable steering damper. hlins Racing upside-down fork, 43 mm (with Tin surface treatment). Low profile forged aluminium radial calliper mountings. Completely adjustable spring preload and hydraulic compression and rebound damping. Wheel travel: 120 mm Twin sided aluminium swingarm; mixed low thickness casting and sheet technology. hlins Racing mono-shock with piggyback with completely adjustable: spring preload, wheelbase and hydraulic compression and rebound damping. APS progressive linkages. Wheel travel: 130 mm Front: Dual 320-mm diameter floating stainless steel disc with lightweight stainless steel rotor and aluminium flange with 6 pins. Brembo 4-piston monoblock opposing radial callipers 34 mm. Sintered pads. Radial pump and metal braided brake hose. Rear: 220-mm diameter disc; Brembo floating calliper with two 32 mm isolated pistons. Sintered pads. Pump with integrated tank and metal braided hose Aprilia forged aluminium alloy rims, completely machined, 5 split spokes. Front: 3.5x17. Rear: 6x17 Radial tubeless. Front: 120/70 ZR 17. Rear: 190/55 ZR 17 (alternative: 190/50 ZR 17) Max. height: 1120 mm. Min. height from the ground: 130 mm. Saddle height: 845 mm. Centre to centre distance: 1420 mm. Trail: 105 mm. Steering angle: 24.kg * 17 litres (4-litre reserve included)